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Tray for Sewing Tools with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
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This mother-of-pearl lacquer tray is decorated with various scenes of animals interacting with their natural surroundings. Its flat circular base depicts a pond where a leaping carp and a small school of fish swim below the boughs of a cherry tree. The tray’s exterior wall is densely decorated with various animals paired with plants symbolizing wishful thoughts of longevity, marital happiness, and prosperity.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1800s |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) |
| Medium | lacquer with mother-of-pearl inlay |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 33.1 cm (13 1/16 in.); Overall: 9.6 cm (3 3/4 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Lacquer |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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